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Autogenic training in a drug abuse program

D K Roszell, E F Chaney

    The International Journal of the Addictions
    |December 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Autogenic training, a mind-body technique, showed promise in reducing stress-related symptoms for individuals with opiate and polydrug dependence. This approach offers a valuable addition to drug abuse treatment strategies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Addiction Medicine
    • Mind-Body Therapies

    Background:

    • Opiate and polydrug dependence present significant challenges in treatment.
    • Stress-related symptoms often complicate recovery for individuals with substance use disorders.
    • Autogenic training (AT) is a self-regulation technique involving focused attention on bodily sensations.

    Observation:

    • A treatment program was developed to integrate autogenic training for opiate- and polydrug-dependent individuals.
    • Staff were initially trained in the autogenic training procedure.
    • The program was implemented with 23 patients experiencing stress-related problems.

    Findings:

    • Eleven patients completed the nine-session autogenic training program.
    • These completers reported an average symptom improvement of 52%.

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  • Case histories illustrated varied treatment outcomes.

    • Implications:

    • Autogenic training is a potentially useful therapeutic modality within drug abuse treatment.
    • Further research is warranted to explore its efficacy and optimal application.
    • The findings suggest AT can be a valuable tool in the addiction treatment armamentarium.